BMW 1-Series BMW 1-Series 2011 BMW 3-Series BMW 3-Series 2018

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BMW 1-Series (2011) vs. BMW 3-Series (2018) Specs

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2011 BMW 1-Series and 2018 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2011 2018  
Model BMW 1-Series BMW 3-Series  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
335 hp@5900
332 lb-ft@1500
turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
425 hp@5500
406 lb-ft@1850
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 7-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 2dr Coupe 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.7 in 110.6 in -5.9 in
Length 171.7 in 182.5 in -10.8 in
Width 68.8 in 71.3 in -2.5 in
Height 56.0 in 56.3 in -0.3 in
Curb Weight 3362 lb. 3630 lb. -268 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.0 gal. 15.8 gal. -1.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.9 in 40.3 in -2.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.0 in 55.1 in -1.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 42.0 in -0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 37.7 in -0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.4 in 55.1 in -1.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 32.0 in 35.1 in -3.1 in
Total Legroom 73.4 in (over 2 rows) 77.1 in (over 2 rows) -3.7 in
Cargo Volume 10.0 ft3 13.0 ft3 -3 ft3

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